5.11 Tactical Men's Taclite Pro Lightweight Performance Pants, Cargo Pockets, Action Waistband, Style 74273

Had a black pair that has lasted over a year of automotive parts work with no issues. Ordered a khaki pair. The rear/side pockets are perfect for my pistols with side clips.

Size is accurate . Fits perfect and well made.

Was true to size

...they would be. At this price, I got a couple of them at the recommendation of a friend. Thus far it appears to be a good deal, I can't attest to the durability or stain resistance my having only worn them twice, but they seem to meet basic standards of the material from which they are made.To the specifics: I have a 36" inseam, and a 36" waist and usually order a 1/2 size larger all around to account for shrinkage and the size differences in patterns from which things are made. Most times I am satisfied even with imported clothes, but I have found vanity sizing is a regular thing in that segment of clothing and after a wash and dry, many items are not even close to the packaged size, so I expected that here. Didn't happen.Pre-wash, I measured the 36x36 waist as 17.25" flat across and relaxed, then 19.25" flat across stretched fully. Post-wash and normal dry (not recommended by manufacturer) the same pair measured 17" even across relaxed, 19"even across stretched fully. The inseam, center of gusset to end of inseam pre-wash measured 36" even. Post-wash and dry the measurement was 35.5". Acceptable for fabric not pre-washed before assembly IMHO, especially for a partial cotton fabric. The seams do pucker and the cuffs do change shape, there are still wrinkles from being packaged that will eventually wash out in my experience with cotton/poly fabric. They do dry relatively wrinkle free assuming they get onto a hanger quickly out of the dryer.The ripstop fabric is about what I would expect, in that it has a faint check due to the slightly heavier thread that theoretically stops the tear, but in severe service I don't see these pants doing well for long. The seat and knees are doubled, thus a little stiffer, and less permeable. That could be a problem in high heat and humidity environments like where I live. The Teflon coating may also be a problem in that environment as the fabric may not allow perspiration to evaporate leading to some degree of stickiness, but I imagine the Teflon will wash out at some point. There is enough cotton in the fabric to provide some comfort, and in my experience cotton/poly blends get more comfortable as they are washed.The pant legs have slits inside the cuff to add elastic cord, not included, the cargo pockets are flat sewn and high enough on the leg to not get out of sync with running nor baggy to cause a snag, and are pleated to expand if necessary. Velcro closures doubled and crossed. The phone pocket is a perfect fit for an iPhone 7 standard, and the left front utility pocket seems made for a Leatherman Core, sheath on. Without the sheath, I see the Leatherman abrading its way out of that pocket. Both utility pockets are set high enough they won't interfere with motion. The carabiner strap above the slash cut rear patch pockets is secure though anything else attached there should be light and have a secure mechanism. If kayaking, you should NEVER have anything attached directly to you that does not float. The doubled knees have an opening for light knee pads.There is more, but suffice it to say for the price I am impressed. I have not taken these pants into the wild yet, but I do kayak, hike and climb (a little) so I'll know more later. For now, in my own experience, these pants are as much a muti-tool as anything you might need out there. They look pretty good too. You won't look like a fashion throwback to the '80's with a rucksack sewn to each leg.Update: I have taken these pants into the field. I spent 10 days in the Never Summer range, camping, hiking, photographing, ATV-ing, fishing , cheating the bears out of wild raspberries and following the footsteps of silver miners gone 100 years ago. These pants are the real deal. I fell down a rockslide picking berries for lunch, I was banged up a little, but the pants were not so much as scuffed. Lesser pants would have torn at both knees and the butt. I stepped too close to the edge of the Michigan River, the bank crumbled and I went in knees-first. No damage, my knife still clipped into slash pocket, and aside from the sandy mud and weeds, an hour later I was warm and dry. I am about to order 2 more pair.

These are my husband's favorite pants so I purchased several.

Light but comfortable and durable... plenty of pockets...

When I bought my first pair of these 5.11 Tactical Men's Taclite Pro pants I struggled to pay the higher price but I finally broke down and did it. These are the only pants I have worn ever since! I save two pair for "dress" and the rest I wear for anything and everything else. They hold up to everything I have put them through and they have seen some serious activity. The only tear I have had was done by a slip of my utility knife. The only pairs I have ever gotten rid of are the ones that ended up too big for me when I lost some weight so they went to Good Will and I will bet they are still going strong. This company makes other styles of pants and I was tempted to try one of those with my latest "downsize" but a couple of reviews mentioned seams tearing etc. I order this same 5.11 Tactical Men's Taclite Pro pant and I am happy to report nothing has been down graded with these. A lot of my work has been up on ladders a long way from my tools. When it is only minor adjusting that the equipment needs these save the need for a tool belt. Two huge back pockets and 6... yes... 6 front pockets. There is also a slot for some thin built in knee pads but with my size if I need knee pads I need serious knee pads. I used to buy the big name less expensive cargo pants which lasted about 6 months if I was lucky. I have never had a pair of these wear out. I know for a fact they outlast at least 10 pair of the "name brand" bargains. To put it another way... AWESOME PANTS! My only complaint is that they areN'T sold directly by Amazon so it takes a while for them to arrive. (Hint Hint Amazon) You can by them direct from the company and a couple pair will get you free shipping from them. Did I mention... AWESOM PANTS!

I don't know what happened to 511 tactical's size index but these do not size quite right. For the price I paid you would think they could afford measuring tape. I had to return.